BARMM Scholarship 2026 | Now Accepting Applicants
The Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) has officially opened the BARMM Scholarship 2026 under the Bangsamoro Assistance for Science Education (BASE) and BASE-Merit Scholarship programs. The announcement was made through an official Facebook post on January 19, 2026.
BARMM Scholarship 2026
BARMM stands for Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. The BARMM Scholarship Program is a government-funded initiative that aims to support deserving senior high school graduates who wish to pursue higher education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
The program is administered by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) and covers two scholarship programs:
- BASE Scholarship Program
- BASE-Merit Scholarship Program
Scholarship Benefits
- BASE Scholarship: ₱8,000 monthly grant
- BASE-MERIT Scholarship: ₱20,000 monthly grant
Scholarship funds can be used to cover tuition fees, books, living expenses, clothing, and transportation.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- Be natural-born Filipino citizens and residents of BARMM
- Have a Grade 12 GWA of at least 85% for STEM strand, or 90% for non-STEM strand
- Pass the BASE or BASE-MERIT qualifying examination
- Enroll in priority Science and Technology courses
- Not be a recipient of any other scholarship
- Submit necessary documents including Grade 12 report card and accomplished application forms
Documentary Requirements
Applicants must submit the following:
- Certificate of Good Moral Character (Form B1)
- Certificate of Good Health (Medical Doctor’s certification)
- Principal’s Certification
- Certificate of Residency
- Certification from Registrar’s Office (not a scholarship recipient)
Priority Courses of Study
Applicants can study at State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) or CHED-recognized private colleges with Level II accreditation. A detailed list of priority courses and application forms are available via the links below.
- BASE Scholarship Program: Download full list of BASE courses (PDF)
- BASE-Merit Scholarship Program: Download full list of BASE-Merit courses (PDF)
Note: Make sure to choose courses included in the PDF lists to qualify for the scholarship.
Application Period
- Online application period: January 12 to March 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Qualifying Examination: April 14, 2026 (Tentative)
How to Apply for BARMM Scholarship 2026
- Download and complete the BASE/BASE-MERIT application form for 2026.
- Scan and save the filled form as a PDF.
- Submit online via https://bit.ly/mostbase_basemerit2026
along with all required documents. - Keep your hard copies and submit them only after being declared a potential qualifier. Walk-in applications are not accepted.
Application forms, priority courses, and brochures: https://bit.ly/3Nt5O6D
NOTE: Students from Sulu Province are currently not eligible for this scholarship program. This program is specifically for incoming first-year college students graduating from Senior High School this semester.
Applicants are required to download, accomplish, and upload the application form and supporting documents online. Walk-in applications are not accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Natural-born Filipino citizens and residents of BARMM who graduated from Senior High School this semester and meet the Grade 12 GWA and exam requirements can apply.
The scholarship covers priority Science and Technology courses offered in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and CHED-recognized private higher education institutions with Level II accreditation. Full lists are available in the downloadable PDFs.
BASE scholars receive ₱8,000 monthly, while BASE-Merit scholars receive ₱20,000 monthly.
Applications and all required documents must be submitted online by March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Download and complete the application form, save it as a PDF, and submit it online at https://bit.ly/mostbase_basemerit2026 along with supporting documents.
No, students from Sulu Province are currently not eligible for this scholarship program.
No, walk-in applications are not accepted. All submissions must be done online.
The tentative date for the qualifying examination is April 14, 2026.
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Reference: Ministry of Science and Technology
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THIS PROGRAM IS IMPORTANT AND EFFECTIVE WAT TO HELP THE PARENTS OR STUDENTS STRUGGLING IN FINANCING IN THEIR SCHOOLING.INSHAALLAH IM THE ONE MEMBERS OF THIS PROGRAM
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I wish I can Avail this scholarship because I want to finished my studies for my family’s. Without a Father is very hard for me to go to college. Pls help me. Only my mother to support us.and she is a vendor. And we have 8 Siblings.
Hope na matanggap ako sa scholarship nyo and passed you exam. My father is a senior and a farmer and my mother is a housekeeper…Ya Allah grant to me this scholarship!
I am taking accounting here in lucena city, i’m at part timer but it’s not enough because I live on my own and i need to survive my daily by eating twice or once a day, I’d be so grateful if i got this scholarship. This will be a big opportunity and huge help for my study and future
I am studying with a child and lack of financial. I hope someone can help me
Sana ma pili hirap na po kami sa buhay 6 kami magkakapatid 2nd year college napo ako tapos mga kapatid ko senior high napo mama ko po maagang namatay si Papa nalang po magtataguyod samin isa po syang farmer dipo sapat kita nya kaya minsan nag aaral ako kahit walang baon nilalakad kolang ko ang school namin kahit mainit ng panahon I hope mapili need ko po talaga
Sana makasama ako
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I need this scholarship because my father is fisherman and my mother is house wife lang and pinapagkasya lang ng papa ko Ang kanyang kinikita araw araw sa pangingisda at Hindi dapat yun para saamin Minsan walang kita gaya na lang kapag may bagyo or masama Ang panahon alam naman natin na pabago bago Ang weather mahirap para saakin Minsan pumapasok ako ng walang baon tinitiis ko para sa pangarap ko kaya Hindi ko sasayangin itong opportunity na ito sana mapili nyo ako pra sa pagsisikap Kong makapagtapos ng pagaaral.
I need this scholarship because I came from a poor family where financial stability is our main problem, and also I wanted to finish my college witn a bachelor’s degree because this is what I want and also my parents wanted me to finish study, because during in there time they were not given a quality of education that’s why I’m looking forward for your response for you to accept me as one of the selected student to get the scholarship.
HELLO IM 2ND YR COLLEGE BS CRIMINOLOGY IM LOOKING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS KAHIT PAPANO MAKATULONG PO SA PAG AARAL KO DAHIL HINDI PO TALAGA SAPAT YUNG KINIKITA NG PARENT KO. ANG TRABAHO NANG PAPA KO AY SYA ANG KUMUKUHA NANG NIYOG ( HARVESTER). KAHIT MALIIT ANG KITA AT LEAST MAN PANGGASTO KAMI SA PANG ARAW². SANA PO ISA AKO SA MAPILI SA PROGRAM NA ITO
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I am applying for this scholarship because I no longer have a father, and my mother alone works hard to support my education. Despite our situation, I remain committed to my studies. This scholarship would be a significant help in allowing me to continue my education and build a better future for my family.
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I am applying for this scholarship because it would truly change my life. My family is currently facing financial difficulties, and continuing my education has become a challenge. Despite this, I remain determined to study hard and reach my goals. This scholarship would help ease the burden on my family and allow me to focus on my studies without constant worry. I promise to use this opportunity wisely, to do my best in school, and to give back by helping others in the future. Being chosen would not only support my education but also give hope to my family and to me.
I need a scholarship because my parents are separated, my father is a construction worker, I live with my grandma, and my sibling is with my aunt. I need it because my father’s income isn’t enough
Sana po mapili para po makapag tapos po ako ng pag aaral ko
I promise you I will work hard to make you look back at this decision as a great investment.
I want scholarship because I no work and want to one hard work and hard study for my one child
I need this scholarship para makatulong sa aking pag- aaral sapagkat ang aking ama at Ina ay Isa lamang magsasaka at iyon lamang ang aming araw araw na hanap buhay kahit pa umulan at bumagyo kailangan naming mag trabaho kahit gaano paman ka init pagod at pawis ang aming nararanas pero Hindi kami pwedeng susuko dahil iyon lamang ang amping hanap buhay para makakain kami Ng tatlong beses sa Isang araw at Hindi sapat ang kita para tustusan ang aking pag- aaral sapagkat Hindi talaga ma iwasan na ma failure ang mga itinanim namin kaya kailangan ko tong scholarship na ito para makatulong sa aking pag- aaral at para na rin Yung kikitain namin sa pagsasaka ay maibili na namin Ng bigas.